Edale Village – Edale Village loop from Edale

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Edale Village – Edale Village loop from Edale

Moderate

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115

hikers

Edale Village – Edale Village loop from Edale

02:14

6.28km

300m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

533 m

Edale Parish Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Lovely little spire can be seen from most of the trails, get your bearings especially if your practicing your orienteering skills.

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707 m

Newfold Farm Café

Highlight • Cafe

The brilliant little cafe in Edale at the start of the Pennine Way. They do excellent coffee and generous breakfasts at decent prices. There can be a bit of a …

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715 m

Edale Village

Highlight • Parking

A great starting point with plenty of parking if you get there early

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735 m

Official Start of the Pennine Way

Highlight • Pub

This will be an exciting sight for many! You could be starting the Pennine Way national long-distance walking trail with dry feet and excitement, or maybe finishing it with a …

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747 m

The Old Nags Head

Highlight • Pub

Great Steak and Nag 1577 Ale pie.

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755 m

The Old Nags Head — Start of the Pennine Way

Highlight • Rest Area

Breather after a walk

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1.43 km

Fred Heardman's Plantation

Forest

3.37 km

The Hidden Stile

Highlight • Rest Area

This stile isn't immediately obvious as you descend, it's hidden behind the stone wall.

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5.85 km

Edale Village

Highlight • Settlement

Edale is the start of the Pennine Way, which also means it's the start of one of Britain's most iconic races: The Spine. It's a wonderful base for adventurous running …

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